MUST READ: Amazing Benefits of Solo Parents Unknown to Everyone!

The set up of the families, especially in developing countries has been different as the generations pass by. There are couples who decide to part ways because of irreconcilable differences and issues. Sadly, the kids are the most affected and it results in more severe problems. Because of this scenario, the term "solo parent" was coined. It is technically a father or a mother who supports and upholds his/her child or children's future alone. With this, the lawmakers did their part to subsidize their living.According to the Republic Act 8972 or the Solo Parent's Welfare Act of 2000, there are amazing privileges that the solo parents can avail. Those who will get to the poverty threshold set by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) must get an identification card to prove their status as a solo parent.

These are the requirements in:-Barangay clearance-Document to prove being solo parent (declaration of nullity of marriage, death certificate of spouse or certificate of incapacitatedPrivileges from the following government agencies await the solo parent and the kids:-Health benefits from the Department of Health-Educational assistance from Commission on Higher Education or TESDA-Housing aid from National Housing Authority-Additional parental leave from work (DOLE or CSC)This is a great move from the government and it should be known to everybody. It is really hard to sustain a decent life for your family, especially when you solo. You must take advantage of every opportunity that the country leaders and other NGO's are offering.Share this post to your friends.Source: TNP